Asked by Sandria Johnson on Apr 28, 2024
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A patient is hospitalized for a reaction to a psychotropic medication and then is closely monitored for 24 hours. During a predischarge visit, the case manager learns the patient received a notice of eviction on the day of admission. The most appropriate intervention for the case manager is to:
A) cancel the patient's discharge from the hospital.
B) contact the landlord who evicted the patient to discuss the situation.
C) arrange a temporary place for the patient to stay until new housing can be arranged.
D) document that the adverse medication reaction was feigned because the patient had nowhere to live.
Psychotropic Medication
Drugs that affect brain chemistry and are used to treat mental health disorders.
Predischarge Visit
A healthcare appointment scheduled before a patient is officially discharged from a hospital or care facility to ensure continuity of care and address any concerns.
Case Manager
A professional responsible for coordinating and providing care to individuals with complex healthcare needs, often involving multiple services.
- Evaluate the socioeconomic needs of psychiatric patients and incorporate these into care planning.
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Learning Objectives
- Evaluate the socioeconomic needs of psychiatric patients and incorporate these into care planning.
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